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TransAlta Ordered to Keep Centralia Unit 2 Available for 90 More Days

Tipranks - Tue Jun 16, 6:36AM CDT

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TransAlta ( (TSE:TA) ) just unveiled an update.

On June 15, 2026, TransAlta said its subsidiary TransAlta Centralia Generation LLC received a U.S. Department of Energy order requiring Centralia Unit 2 in Washington State to remain available for operation for 90 days, until September 13, 2026. The mandate temporarily extends the availability of the unit, underscoring its role in regional power reliability and committing the company to continued coordination with U.S. federal and Washington state authorities during this period.

TransAlta indicated it will comply with the order once in effect and work with the Department of Energy and Washington state government on its implementation. The move highlights ongoing regulatory involvement in ensuring grid stability and may influence TransAlta’s near-term operational planning at Centralia, with implications for local energy supply and stakeholders tied to the plant’s continued readiness.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:TA) stock is a Buy
with a C$28.00 price target.
To see the full list of analyst forecasts on TransAlta stock,
see the TSE:TA Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on TA Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, TA is a Neutral.

The score is held back primarily by weakened TTM profitability and a highly leveraged balance sheet, partially offset by strong operating and free cash flow. Technicals are mildly positive on moving averages but momentum readings are weak, and valuation support is limited given negative earnings and a modest dividend yield.

To see Spark’s full report on TA stock,
click here.

More about TransAlta

TransAlta Corporation is one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, providing reliable electricity across Canada, the United States and Western Australia. The company operates essential and technology-diverse energy infrastructure, focusing on dependable power delivery while adapting its portfolio to evolving energy systems and future grid needs.

YTD Price Performance: 8.85%

Average Trading Volume: 1,754,856

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy

Current Market Cap: C$5.59B

For detailed information about TA stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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